This was one of those places that infiltrated my Instagram algorithm, and I'm glad it did…read more It's everything I love, top tier delicious food in an unpretentious environment. On top of that, the service was friendly (like the server actually loved the food too) and their recommendations were all welcome and on point. Things I loved: - Beef Pot Pie with the sauce on the side. It has made my small list of food so good it made me mad. Loved everything about it. - Strawberries and cream dessert. Perfectly sweet, the crunchy texture of merengue. Mascarpone cream. 5/5 on food, service, and the unpretentious ambiance. Come at 5pm before the crowd comes in for an early quiet dinner, otherwise at 7pm the restaurant starts to fill up. Navigation tip: Instead of telling your cab driver go to "Holborn Dining Room" tell them go to the "Rosewood Hotel". It's the restaurant facing the street, but attached to the hotel.

Came as a solo diner for the quintessential British Sunday roast. The beef was delicious. Yorkshire…read morepudding was also very good. The duck fat potatoes were so hard that I worried I broke a tooth! What was most disappointing was the service. My first server was lovely, but she disappeared, never to be seen again. I couldn't provide any feedback about the potatoes until the meal was finished. The brownie was a delight. I have been waiting for over 20 minutes since finishing dessert, and no one is giving me any notice. Dining room is beautiful--very classic.

I dislike nothing more than a disappointing dining experience...and this place was a real let down…read more The initial welcome was friendly and promising, but this did not continue. Service was terribly slow and ice cold, bordering on awkward at times. For a £17 burger, I was thoroughly underwhelmed from the moment it arrived- saddest looking bacon I've ever seen! One of my friends ordered a steak with a side of chips (my meal was to come with chips too) - without mentioning anything, they set one order on the table next to his steak. I enquired about my chips and was told that the order was for two...like, really? Why would you just randomly assume two people want to share something they ordered?! When I questioned this, the waiter replied rather rudely "sharing is caring". We were eventually brought our separate bowls of chips, but by that point I was put off by the curt service. Not impressed! On to the actual food. Gets a resounding meh, a mediocre burger with chewy bacon and bog standard chips. Condiments were displayed in fancy little dishes on a wooden board, but portions were super skimpy for a table of 5. Maybe this place should stop trying to be cool and trendy and actually focus on customer service and improving their food. In short, overpriced, mediocre food with a side of terrible service. Safe to say I won't be returning.

Get the lunch deal, lots of options for £9.95 bargain!…read more Steak and chicken sandwich with fries is delicious - great steak and gorgeous lettuce almost like coleslaw. Cool little place with a funky bar downstairs and open kitchen.

Made reservations for lunch at the Ganton Arms on a bustling Sunday near Carnaby Street for their…read morefamed roast. It's a modern British pub vibes with a lively crowd and cozy seating. Started with the scotch egg, a crispy, herb-infused winner with a runny yolk that hit all the right pub snack notes. Also got the Sunday roast since it's a Sunday and that's what we came here for. The 28 day aged sirloin was spot-on. Tender beef, fluffy Yorkies, crispy roasties, seasonal veg, and rich gravy. Generous portions that lived up to the hype. Service was friendly and quick despite the buzz, and prices felt fair for central London (£16-20ish per main). Solid spot for quality gastropub grub. Will return for more roasts and beers! Highly recommend.

Nice little pace to grab a bite and a pint. Ended up getting chips and some croquets and of course…read morepints. Overall nice - pretty large space. Service was great and cute decor. Food quality was good and able to get seating easily. Overall nice experience and recommend

Our hotel recommended this place for fish and chips, and boy, was it bad…read more I usually never send food back, but I had to do it here because I couldn't get past the first bite. The fish just didn't taste good to me. What made the experience even worse was the service. The host came over to the table with an attitude, asking why I didn't like the fish. I kindly explained that I simply didn't like the taste, while mentioning that the other members of our party of four enjoyed theirs (I only added that to be polite). He proceeded to roll his eyes and walk away. The host had also told us that, because our hotel had recommended us to the restaurant, our drinks would be complimentary. However, when I checked the bill, I noticed we had been charged for all 4. At that point, I honestly didn't even bother saying anything - I just wanted to leave. Bad food, bad service, and definitely not a recommendation from me.

Came mid evening on a Thursday night. The bar downstairs was packed. Upstairs in the restaurant,…read morethe two of us were able to be seated quickly, although it was pretty full. The scotch egg was good. The potato and leek soup was ok. It was bland. The pie of the day was pretty good. I wanted the fish and chips, but the portion looked huge for one person. This might have been the better choice though. Ok place to drop in if in the area but not a destination.

Sunday roast was great! Great atmosphere and food and cocktails were delicious. The amaretto and…read morecherry sour cocktail was amazing

Lovely and yummy Sunday roast! Great selection of meat and sides. The meat was perfectly cooked,…read morethe Yorkshire pudding was airy and light and the desserts very yummy! Coming here for my first roast and would definitely come back whenever I'm in town.

After a very long day of sightseeing and a very disappointing afternoon tea... I was desperately…read morehungry and needed something warm and delicious to end my night. That is exactly what I got here. The place looks exactly like you would want a pub to look like. The service was actually really good. He menu was diverse but I knew that I was looking for something warm and hearty. I ended up ordering their Trafalgar pie and some Yorkshire pudding on the side. Everything was so good and rich. My friend had lived in London for a few years and said this was a touristy place but honestly it was perfect for me. I would absolutely love to come back here and try other dishes.

This is my first visit to the UK. Started in Scotland and ended in London. Loved this pub! Great…read moreservice and great London vibes. Best fish and tartar sauce I had. Want the recipe. Also tried my first-ever meat pie! After reading about this in so many books...I can finally cross this off my bucket list of food to try. Will be back when I visit London again.

Our last night in London. Delicious food, fun local experience. We have to come back. #iraeats…read more#iraeats1

A cozy pub and a great lunch spot, especially on a rainy London day! Got one of the daily pies,…read moremore like a chicken pot pie, vs a dense meat one, so damn good. They have a limited amount each day, so get in on it! Friendly bartenders and staff. Will definitely venture back.

Battersea Pie Station, under the arches of the lower ground floor of Covent Garden's Market…read moreBuilding, serves up proper British grub. Simply look for The Pie Shop sign and pick your pie which is served with silky smooth mashed potatoes and lashings of rich gravy. Every time I eat a pie this place is my benchmark for the best pies ever! The  menu at Battersea Pie Station includes classics like steak and stout, minced beef and onion and chicken and mushroom, plus more creative, veggie options including butternut squash and goat's cheese. The steak and stout is my ultimate favorite! This place is my go to pie place every time I'm in London. I always try to stay in Covent Garden just so I can come here. This is my basis of the perfect meat pie with the pleasingly firm crusts and sides of mash and roasted potatoes are so delicious. The rich red-wine gravy comes separately in a small jug. I smother the pie with the gravy. Ingredient quality was excellent. They have mini pies and the regular sized pies. Even for a counter-service place this little cafe is terrific value - and you will be surprised that for Covent Garden you can eat a reasonably priced and uber delicious meal that makes me full the whole day! 5 stars can't wait to come back!

Mrs. Lovett has nothing on this place! Perfect for a quick humble meat pie dinner before a fancy…read morepants opera. Every dish I tried was a hit. Minced Beef & Onion: The most popular, apparently. Smooth and moist inside with a buttery flaky outside. Steak & Stout: Same great crust, but with a very distinctive inside, chunks of firm roast and thick gravy where you could actually taste the stout. Probably my favorite pie here. Chicken & Mushroom: A nice variation from beef, but by no means lesser. With it's large chunks and umami gravy, this was like a quick hit fix for when craving a proper chicken pot pie. Mash & Gravy: The mash was smooth and buttery. The gravy was more than plentiful. Kinda lives under the shadow of the delicious pies though. Sticky Toffee Pudding: Good, but not great. The toffee sauce felt a bit too thick and wasn't as warmed as I like it. The sponge cake was alright, but kinda dry, like they just plopped into the toffee sauce puddle. But it did do a good job of soaking up the sauce with a little spoon dexterity.